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Botswana Mandates Local Ownership in New Mining Ventures

Botswana has enacted a sweeping new measure requiring foreign mining companies to cede a significant portion of ownership in new concessions to local investors, the country’s mines ministry announced Friday. The rule, which took effect on October 1, mandates that a 24% stake in any new mining project be sold to …

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US Heavy Earths Deal Signals Next Mining Boom

Australia is poised to meet the surging global demand for heavy rare earths (HREs) following China’s decision to halt exports, a move that could reshape the global minerals landscape. The announcement comes on the heels of a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and U.S. President Donald Trump, which …

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Namibia and Botswana Deepen Ties with Eight New Bilateral Agreements

Namibia and Botswana are set to significantly expand their economic and development cooperation, finalizing eight new Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and agreements on Friday. The instruments, covering key sectors from energy to mining, were revealed at the close of the ministerial segment of the Botswana-Namibia Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Windhoek …

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